Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kinabaluensis
ID:
658740

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kosterm. & Soegeng

Source:
cmp

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Pengum. Lemb. Pusat Penjel. Kehut. 61: 29 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000658072

Common Names

  • Durio kinabaluensis
  • Kinabaluensis Durio
  • Durian Kinabaluensis

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Description

Durio kinabaluensis (also called Kinabalu Durian, among many other common names) is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. It has large, spiky green fruits and white flowers. It is found in tropical rainforests and can tolerate high humidity and temperatures.

Uses & Benefits

Durio kinabaluensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Durio kinabaluensis flowers are small, yellow-green in color and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, green and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Durio kinabaluensis is a tropical tree that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to water the tree regularly and fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer every few months. Pruning is not necessary but can be done to shape the tree.

Where to Find Durio kinabaluensis

Durio kinabaluensis is native to Malaysia.

Durio kinabaluensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Durio kinabaluensis?

Durio kinabaluensis

What is the family of Durio kinabaluensis?

Malvaceae

Where is Durio kinabaluensis found?

It is found in Malaysia

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2779446: Based on the initial data import
André Joseph Guillaume Henri Kostermans (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kosterm.' in the authors string.
Wertit Soegeng-Reksodihardjo (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soegeng' in the authors string.